Pharmacy Tech

Pharmacy Tech

St. Tammany Parish Hospital is a full-service acute care facility committed to providing world-class healthcare while using the latest technology. We are the second-largest employer in the parish and have been delivering quality healthcare since 1954. St. Tammany Parish Hospital partnered with Ochsner Health System in 2014 and together we are focused on increasing local access to care, improving quality and reducing the cost of healthcare for area patients.Summary of the Job: Main responsibility is maintaining the IV cleanroom environments for compliance with federal and state rules and regulations. Additional hospital pharmacy technician responsibilities include assisting the pharmacist in the clerical, recordkeeping, order entry, and medication dispensing functions.Minimum Qualifications: High School education or equivalent. State of Louisiana Pharmacy Technician License or State of Louisiana Pharmacy Intern License or State of Louisiana Pharmacy Technician Candidate License with successful completion of the PTCB examination. Obtain at least 10 ACPE approved education hours per year.This position is 24 hours/week with three 8 hour shifts; rotating weekends.Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%)- carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, handling/feeling Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, balancing